Better Futures Intake Worker

3 weeks ago


Dandenong, Australia Mission Australia Full time

Max term Full Time | 38 hours a week
- Location: Dandenong, VIC 3175
- Salary: $93K + Super + Salary packaging benefits
- Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need

Life at Mission Australia

When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us.

Your Opportunity

Better Futures is a new support model designed to better prepare young people in their transition from Out of Home Care to independence. In partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services, Mission Australia and our Consortium Partners are delivering Better Futures in the Southern Melbourne and Bayside Peninsula Areas.

The model promotes early identification and engagement as the foundation for a smooth transition from care, with all eligible young people referred to Better Futures at 15 years and 9 months. Flexible and tailored supports can be accessed by young people up until their 21st birthday to strengthen their independent living skills and empower them to achieve their full potential.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

- Coordinate and oversee client intake, registration and case allocation
- Complete comprehensive assessments and engage in client outreach appointments and home visits
- Be part of strategic and program planning sessions and develop strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders
- Complete monthly and quarterly operational and executive reports and other administrative tasks
- Actively contribute to developing and implementing strategies

Requirements for Success
- Relevant Diploma or Degree in youth work/community services
- Minimum 3 years of experience working with young people in a similar set up
- Demonstrated ability to deliver service outcomes on time and in compliance with funding requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong administrative experience and interpersonal skills
- Current Drivers’ Licence and valid WWCC

As part of our Employment screening process you will also be required to undertake a National Criminal History Check and will need a Working with Children Check.

Our culture

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.

We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.

Your benefits
- Rewarding work - every day you know you’re making a real difference
- Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax
- Free external, confidential counselling
- Volunteering opportunities
- Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave.

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